Announcing the 2017 Excellence in Education Top Honorees
MODERN SALON Media has collaborated with the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) to develop MODERN SALON’s Excellence in Education program. Two top honorees are recognized in each category—one individual school location and a multi-location school organization—and were announced at the AACS Annual Convention & Expo.
by Lauren Quick
Salon Team Goes Into the Streets to Help the Homeless
A team of hairdressers and beauty therapists in Chichester, England are lending their support to a project to help the homeless in their area. The staff of Q Hair and Beauty take turns going out onto the streets in the evening to distribute food, water and toiletries to those in need.
by Anne Moratto
A Haircut at Sport Clips Can 'Help a Hero' Now Through Veterans Day
Sport Clips continues its mission of scholarships for returning veterans and service members through its "Help A Hero" campaign, with a goal of raising $1 million this year.
The Two Key Elements to Mentoring Talent in Hairdressers from Creative Icon, Robert Lobetta
MODERN asked Robert Lobetta to talk about his method for mentorship and how to encourage growth and increase confidence in hairdressers.
by Anne Moratto
Culture Corner: Elan Hair Studio Leads with Love
Elan Hair Studio's Kellie Johnson offers some culture-building ideas designed to build mutual appreciation and respect among team members, including one that makes for a great holiday gift.
by Stacey Soble
3 Ways to Instantly Improve Your Company Culture
A company’s culture is deep-rooted values, and actions. It should embody all that you do. From your services to the way you treat clients, to your internal team dynamic, to the way you interact with your community – business culture is the foundation of a successful business.
Sponsored by Millennium Systems International
Upcoming Event: Franchise Expo West
Attendees will have the opportunity to jump in at the ground level with highly reputable franchise concepts and meet face-to-face with executives from more than 200 proven franchise brands.
2 to 10's Emerging Leaders Compete in Culture Quest
Young leaders from the 2 to 10 Project compete to design salon cultures so strong, no employee would dare leave. Check out their innovative ideas.
by Stacey Soble
Beauty Pulse: Why Stylists Fly the Salon Coop
Oh where, oh where do good stylists go when they leave the salon? Salon Today's most recent Beauty Pulse attempts to find out, plus owners reveal the strategies they use to retain clients.
by Stacey Soble
Paul Mitchell The School Knoxville Announces Frank and Belinda Gambuzza as New Co-Owners
Paul Mitchell The School Knoxville deepens ties to Knoxville community and moves forward with addition of Barbering Education Program
Bridging the Gap Between Your Front Desk and Service Providers
When your entire team is not in sync, it creates customer service issues as well as the potential for lost profit. In this guide, Millennium Systems walks you through how to create an unstoppable, revenue-generating team.
Bridging the Gap Between Your Front Desk and Service Providers
When your entire team is not in sync, it creates customer service issues as well as the potential for lost profit. In this guide, Millennium Systems walks you through how to create an unstoppable, revenue-generating team.
Sponsored by Millennium Systems International
Eufora Launches a Balanced Education Concept
With its first VisionQuest event, Eufora offers salon professionals a mindfulness event which combines education and wellness activities.
by Stacey Soble
Picture Perfect: Engaging Your Team with In-Salon Photoshoots
About four years ago, St. Petersburg, Florida, salon owner Joe Connell decided to take a chance on something he had never tried before—a formal photo shoot with his staff. Connell partnered with NAHA photographer and winner, Chrystopher Benson, brought together his 90 staff members and unleashed their creativity!
Sponsored by Aveda Means Business
Learn Eye Lash Trade Secrets & How to Speed up Application...Here's How
Learn lash application from an expert! Soak up Sophia Navarro's tips and trick and learn her technique for creating NovaLash's voluminous and luxurious lash lines.
Inspire Your Everyday with NAHA-Winning Artists at the L'ANZA B.I.G. Event
Join L’ANZA for two days of powerful education, guaranteed to excite your creativity and inspire your business. The B.I.G Event will be held at the Moon Palace in Cancun, Mexico, Sunday, Nov. 5 through Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017.
Sponsored by L'anza
Games Salons Play to Engage the Team
When Salon Today recently polled owners and managers about staff meetings, a number revealed they keep their team engaged by playing games that foster camaraderie and teamwork, encourage members to share their wisdom with one another or reinforce salon education. We couldn't resist, we had to dig a little deeper, and here are their stories.
by Stacey Soble